Mouth Cancer

At the UK Markey Cancer Center, we offer diagnostics and treatments for mouth cancer that aren’t widely available in the region. You’ll receive treatment from a team of specialists with years of experience.

Your mouth helps you eat, speak and breathe, but cancer can affect those functions. It’s important to find a treatment that gives you the best chance for a cure while also preserving as much function as possible.

Expert mouth cancer care

Our compassionate team of experts includes doctors, surgeons and other healthcare providers who all specialize in treating the specific needs of patients with head and neck cancers like mouth cancer.

This entire team regularly communicates about your treatment plan. We’ll give you options and work closely with you to customize your care. Your team will include:

• Head and neck surgeons with years of focused training
• Medical and radiation oncologists
• Experts in speech, nutrition, physical therapy and psycho-oncology

Advanced treatments

We have advanced treatments that aren’t always found at other hospitals—from robotic surgery that removes cancer with tiny incisions to clinical trials offering the latest advances.

Types of mouth cancer

Mouth cancer, also called oral cancer, includes:

• Tongue cancer
• Lip cancer
• Gum and hard palate cancer
• Cancers of the inner lining of the cheeks

Mouth cancer symptoms

People with mouth cancers may not experience any symptoms at all. Make sure your dentist checks for signs or oral cancers during your regular exams.

Symptoms may include:

• Red or white patches on the mouth, tongue or gums
• Sore or lump on the mouth or lips
• Bleeding or pain in the mouth or the gums

Make an Appointment

Request an appointment online or call 859-257-4488 or 866-340-4488 (toll free).